A proverb meaning that even something small or unimpressive contributes to the overall liveliness or appearance—similar to 'something is better than nothing.'
村のお祭りに屋台が一つだけでも出ていれば、枯れ木も山の賑わいだ。
Even if the village festival has only one food stall, it still adds to the festival's atmosphere—'even a dead tree adds to the mountain's bustle.'
人数が少なくても参加者がいるなら枯れ木も山の賑わいだと言える。
Even with few people, having participants means it's better than nothing—'even a dead tree adds to the mountain's bustle.'
古い道具でも売り場に並べれば、枯れ木も山の賑わいになることがある。
Even old tools, when displayed together, can contribute to the store's bustle—'even a dead tree adds to the mountain's bustle.'